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Alcoa

Tennessee, United States · North America

About Alcoa

Alcoa is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Maryville, 41km from Moonshiner 28.

Alcoa is a town located in Tennessee, United States. With a population of 9,316, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Alcoa sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Alcoa to your route.

About Alcoa

Alcoa High School is a 9-12 public high school located in Alcoa, Tennessee. It is the only high school in the Alcoa City Schools system. Recently moved into the NEW Alcoa High School. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

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Where is Alcoa located?

Alcoa is located in Tennessee, United States, North America. The coordinates are 35.7895 latitude, -83.9738 longitude.

What is the population of Alcoa?

Alcoa has a population of approximately 9,316 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
9,316
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Tennessee
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
35.7895, -83.9738

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Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Alcoa

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Cades Cove

A broad, verdant valley in the Great Smoky Mountains with an 11-mile loop road passing historic homesteads, churches, and abundant wildlife.

28 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap

Legendary 11-mile mountain road with 318 curves straddling the Tennessee-North Carolina border, a mecca for sports car and motorcycle enthusiasts.

36 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Tail of the Dragon Overlook (Deals Gap)

Pull-off points along the legendary 318-curve, 11-mile stretch of US-129, one of America's most thrilling driving roads.

37 km · about 45 min drive

cafe

Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort

The home base of the Tail of the Dragon, America's most famous motorcycle road: where riders gather before and after tackling 318 curves in 11 miles.

38 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Dollywood

Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain theme park in Tennessee celebrating Appalachian culture with world-class rides and shows.

40 km · about 45 min drive

famous road

Moonshiner 28

NC Highway 28 from Deals Gap past Fontana Dam: a flowing, forest-lined driver's road steeped in moonshine-running lore, forming the classic loop with the Tail of the Dragon.

41 km · about 45 min drive

national park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

America's most visited national park, renowned for its ancient mountains, diverse plant life, and misty ridges.

48 km · about 55 min drive

famous road

Cherohala Skyway

A 43-mile National Scenic Byway soaring above 5,000 ft between Tellico Plains, TN and Robbinsville, NC: the sweeping, uncrowded sister drive to the nearby Tail of the Dragon.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Alcoa

  • 28 kmCades CoveA broad, verdant valley in the Great Smoky Mountains with an 11-mile loop road passing historic homesteads, churches, and abundant wildlife.
  • 37 kmTail of the Dragon Overlook (Deals Gap)Pull-off points along the legendary 318-curve, 11-mile stretch of US-129, one of America's most thrilling driving roads.
  • 41 kmMoonshiner 28NC Highway 28 from Deals Gap past Fontana Dam: a flowing, forest-lined driver's road steeped in moonshine-running lore, forming the classic loop with the Tail of the Dragon.
  • 49 kmCherohala SkywayA 43-mile National Scenic Byway soaring above 5,000 ft between Tellico Plains, TN and Robbinsville, NC: the sweeping, uncrowded sister drive to the nearby Tail of the Dragon.
  • 53 kmNewfound Gap Road (US-441)The only paved road over the crest of the Great Smoky Mountains, climbing to the 5,046 ft Newfound Gap on the Tennessee–North Carolina line with sweeping overlooks along the way.
  • 78 kmWaterrock Knob Overlook (Blue Ridge Parkway)A 6,292-foot summit near the southern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway with 360-degree views of the Great Smoky and Plott Balsam mountains.

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